Airbus showcased a special A330neo full-size mockup at the Aircraft Interiors Expo and revealed its new Airspace cabin features, including a new Hero Light and Welcome Panel, new linings for the interior sidewall, ceiling and door frame panels and electro-dimmable windows (EDWs)
Airbus says the combination of the elements will contribute to weight savings of around 100 kg throughout the aircraft, equivalent to around 10 carry-on bags.
According to the aircraft manufacturer, the enhanced ceiling lighting at Doors-2 called Airspace Welcome Panel, featuring the Airspace stencil pattern, will be standard in all new A330neos to be delivered from Q1 2026.
As a premium option for the A330neo in 2027, a new Airspace Hero Light will be introduced.
The new sidewall design will be consistent with A350 and A320 Families Airspace cabins and add additional comfort since the new sidewalls offer 5 mm extra shoulder clearance at every window seat, as well as 50 mm more foot-space thanks to the re-profiled dado panel at the floor level.
The new matching ceiling panels, lighter than the previous design, contribute to an additional 10 kg weight saving throughout the cabin.
Both the updated ceiling and sidewall offer a more seamless and smoother overall appearance compared with the previous design, and could also become available for retrofit on in-service A330 Family aircraft.
The new door-frame lining simplifies installation and replacement by reducing the number of parts and weight and enhancing the aesthetic appearance around the door thanks to its refined geometry.
Currently offered for the A350s, the Gentex’s electro-dimmable windows (EDWs) would also be an option in the A330neo. They are seamlessly adjustable, darken quickly and can effectively block more than 99.999% of visible light as well as the infra-red energy from the sun.
